On August 16, 2013, the Minister of Energy directed the OPA to make changes to the FIT and microFIT Programs, including changes to the domestic content rules applicable to new contracts. The Minister’s Letter of Direction is available here. The OPA has also reviewed and updated the FIT and microFIT price schedule. The OPA is required to review the prices offered to generators under the FIT and microFIT programs on a regular basis to ensure both ratepayer value and a fair return on investment. The new price schedule is available here. This price schedule will apply to any new contracts that are issued while the price schedule is in effect.

The Letter of Direction moves the FIT and microFIT programs toward compliance with the May 24, 2013 World Trade Organization (WTO) ruling by lowering the domestic content requirements for on-shore wind facilities and solar photovoltaic facilities. The domestic content requirements for new FIT contracts awarded as of the date of the directive are as follows:

Following discussions with the Ministry of Energy, CanSIA has learned that the microFIT window is planned for opening by the end of August, and members will once again be able to make application for the 30 MW that will become available.

Since the microFIT window was closed on July 29 and applications were terminated, CanSIA has worked with the Ministry of Energy to communicate your concerns in respect of the process. The Minister of Energy’s most recent directive to the OPA in respect of the microFIT program is intended to provide predictable procurement windows and price review timelines. To that end, we are working collaboratively with the Ministry of Energy and the Ontario Power Authority to avoid unexpected pauses between procurement windows as we go forward.

CanSIA continues to advocate the necessity of clear, transparent and predictable procurement policy and to provide clarity and certainty for members with respect to the microFIT program and towards the continued improvement of Ontario’s solar PV policy and procurement.

We also encourage all of our microFIT members to contribute to the ongoing policy discussion in respect of the provinces long-term plans, and are interested in hearing your thoughts on CanSIA’s proposed recommendations to the revised Long-Term Energy Plan.

Solar Panels in Ontario – Solar panels in Ontario are separated into 2 categories: polycrystalline and monocrystalline. Polycrystalline solar cells derive from a crystal that develops in numerous directions (or is a multilayered crystalline material, in other words). This results in solar cells that have a somewhat lower efficiency level, which leads to greater individual cells and consequently come in a larger unit. Monocrystalline solar cells have an opposite formation: they grow from a lone crystal (or one that has grown in only one direction). Monocrystalline solar cells are marginally more expensive to produce and have a higher effectiveness than polycrystalline solar panels. Monocrystalline solar cells are also tinier than those of the polycrystalline sort.

Solar Panels Low Cost – Logitest Solar Inc. Inc. assumes great pride in offering skilled assistance in designing exceptional quality “grid-tie” and “off-grid” PV solar projects, advanced engineering solutions, registration procedures and setup and linking of the PV solar projects and solar energy panels to home, business and farmers across Ontario. Solar energy offers up an environmentally responsible option to fossil fuels combustion. As well, it is the most easily run type of renewable energy. Logitest Solar Inc., located in Vaughan, Ontario, is devoted to the promotion of the solar system energy program and the Net Metering program. Solar panels at a low cost from Logitest Solar Inc. Inc. are not a compromise in quality.

Solar Panels Roof – The method in which solar panels are attached to a roof depends on the type of roof the panels are being attached to. Solar panels (roof) are attached to composite shingle roofs through bolting mounts into the sturdiest roof rafters and then fastening rails to the mounts. It is not simply about drilling a hole and hoping for the best: Logitest Solar Inc. Inc. installers also add sealants into and around the mounts that block any gaps (to eliminate the chance of leakage). Metal “flashing” often surrounds the mounts (coverings that serve as an extra rain-proof barrier). Parallel rails are then connected to the mounts and the solar panels are connected to the rails.

Solar Power Systems Ontario – Logitest Solar Inc. Inc. is committed to delivering complete turnkey solar solutions to farmers, homeowners, and small business owners through Ontario’s Feed-in-Tariff (FIT) program. Logitest Solar Inc. Inc. takes matters concerning the planet and the environment seriously. The Logitest Solar Inc. Inc. team specializes in photovoltaic projects and installation, including financial solutions and engineering. There is a chance to exhibit your passion and commitment to a greener ecosystem while developing your local green economy through solar installation services and purchases of solar products. Learn more about solar power systems (Ontario) by contacting Logitest Solar Inc. Inc.

Solar Rooftop – Logitest Solar Inc. acknowledges that there are diverse ways to boost the worth of your property or land, and it works with the customer to decide what’s best for the individual circumstance. Logitest Solar Inc.’s solar rooftop panels allow the customer to contribute to the microFIT and FIT Program. The program provides homeowners and other eligible participants (business owners) with the prospect of growing a small or “micro” renewable solar system project (10 kilowatts (kW) or less in size) on their property.

Solar System Installation – With Ontario’s Feed-In Tariff programs, your home or business can be part of Ontario’s rising green energy crusade, generate revenue and aid in making a cleaner environment. This initiative allows you to generate green power from renewable sources such as the sun and shift it to the government for a defined price. On a whole, your land becomes a miniature power plant, functioning not only to produce a great return on investment, but also to deliver green power to your entire neighbourhood. Let your home or business become its own power generator with a solar system installation by Logitest Solar Inc.

Solar Systems Ontario – Roof surface under solar units will last longer as it would be protected from the sun’s harsh UV rays, and the beating of snow and rain. Installing solar systems (Ontario) is relatively easy and needs no rewiring of anything involving the house or business. The micro-inverters supply a secure and ultra-reliable setup that needs no upkeep and will work beyond the program duration of 20 years. Ground mounted systems generate more power overall, as snow can be removed from the panels, and the panels are able to run cooler, which makes them more efficient.

Solar Tracker Ontario – Solar trackers (Ontario) are used to boost the energy production from solar panels. Solar trackers follow the transition of the sun as it moves from the east to the west every day. Solar trackers are most often used to control solar panels tilting directly toward the sun as it moves around the sky every day. Using solar trackers advances the quantity of solar energy that is taken in by the solar energy collector and increases the energy production of the heat/electricity that is created.